1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 127 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Austin | AC |
| Model | Maestro | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
